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• Bright Horizons

  “Thank you so much for your wonderful care and the attention you give to our dad! It is comforting to know he’s in such a caring and happy environment.” – JD & KT (adult children)

  “Your website was not only easy to manage, but very informative. I was able to answer many of my initial questions that I had before calling you personally. From working at channel 13, I’m constantly getting information and doing research on the web…so it was nice to go onto yours (CSSC) and find it so user friendly” – SS (caregiver)

  “I am so delighted about my husband’s change in behavior over the past month. He is more talkative, interactive, outgoing, and is overall a more positive person. Even friends and family who were unaware that he was a member of Bright Horizons noticed and commented on the positive changes!” – Anonymous Caregiver

  We overheard two members talking about family and how they feel they like a burden to their families at times . . . one said to the other . . . “the people do accept you here . . . I feel very good about being here . . . they are wonderful.”

  “We don’t know what we would do without the daycare services that you and your staff provide. It’s nice to know that there is someone there who not only cares for our mother, but also shows her the dignity and respect she so dearly deserves. This goes right down the line by the way to your caring staff and a dedicated bus driver as well as all the other volunteers who help in the program . . . it’s a pleasure to be associated with such a fine organization.” - PA (caregiving family)

  “You and your staff should be commended . . . under your care and program R.W. is now getting the nutrition, stimulation and reason for getting up and out of the house in the morning. His quality of life appears to have increased tenfold, which was a pleasure to see.” – JP (care coordinator)

  “This morning your staff greeted my wife and welcomed her to Bright Horizons in such a nice way, a tear touched my heart. I write a weekly letter to my family and told them about her care for the members.” –RH (caregiver for his wife)

• Health & Wellness Programs

  After two fractures and a diagnosis of osteoporosis . . . “I began osteo class twice a week and now attend once a week. My diagnosis is now osteopenia! I also continue watching nutrition and eat 5 fruits & veggies/day, less meat, etc. I really put a lot of emphasis on the classes at Beltrone center. I do feel better and health-wise my Dr. approves of what I am doing and has told me to continue. – LG (senior participant)

  “I feel it important for me to tell you how much I have benefitted from the leader’s instruction and patience. I came to class a woman in tremendous pain. There are those in the class who hope to prevent osteoporosis. I have it badly. There were a few days that I was barely able to walk into class. With the patience and encouragement of the leaders to do what exercises I could; I walked out of class feeling fine. To me it is amazing that lifting weights and moving the arms and legs, that at the end of the hour and half I can be without pain. Because of the condition of my back, I am not permitted physical therapy, massage or anything other than this exercise program. I have benefited from it greatly. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. – PN (senior participant)

  “I enjoyed participating in the Osteoporosis exercise and wellness program . . . the unique personalities made the class fun. All the participants were way friendly, and I will miss the classes until they begin again. I am confident that I have benefitted from the whole experience physically and emotionally. I wish to express my thanks to all who made it possible.” – GR (senior participant)

  “Thanks to all the programs offered by CSSC, I’m a very active, healthy senior. Twice a week I join about twenty other seniors at Colonie Center to walk, after our walk we exercise for about twenty minutes. Once a week for one hour I line dance. At Beltrone on Thursday I tap dance with the Timeless Tappers!” – JR

  “Words cannot express my appreciation for everything that you did for my Mom. When she found the senior center – she essentially found her life – her reason for living. She loved to donate her time – and tap dancing. I am forever grateful!” -NB

  “I have much more endurance and tire less. I always hung on the railing going down or up stairs and have increased my weights.” –HM (senior participant)

  “I was able to go hiking in the Swiss Alps. I’m still deteriorating (osteo), but thanks to this class, I’m deteriorating more slowly.” – an 88 year old participant

  “I enjoy walking exercise and osteo class very much. I find all the information very helpful and enjoy meeting with my new friends every week. I feel stronger and have more energy.” - Anonymous

  “I feel more energized at the end of the session.” – GF (senior participant)

  “I feel these exercises develop my strength and balance to insure my independent living. Balance and strength development will keep me steady on my feet and prevent falls.” – BH (Balance class participant)

  “Since joining the osteoporosis weight class, I feel much more informed on heart disease, bone density, blood pressure, good eating habits and exercise. My blood pressure is very good and my cholesterol has come down below 200. My doctor is very pleased and so am I!” – PK (senior participant)

  Along with the osteoporosis class, I enjoyed our walking group, swimming, and line dancing. I’m really enjoying my senior years. I just refuse to be a “coach potato”. – JR (Senior Participant)

• Senior Dining Programs

  “Thank you for the wonderful evening (a special dinner). The dinner was terrific and the dining room was decorated so lovely – everything was nicely served. We enjoyed the entertainment. The evening was perfect.” - Anonymous

  “Just a brief not to tell you how much I enjoy the lunches at Memorial Town Hall. I have met some very nice people and we all enjoy the different programs that are brought in. I look forward to the second Friday of each month to attend. Keep up the good work for the seniors.” – DS (senior)

• Sheehy Manor & the Beltrone Living Center

  I would like to take this opportunity to let you know how pleased I am as a 10 year resident of Beltrone. All of the staff especially Danielle and Debbie have gone beyond the call of duty in assisting me. The programs including recreation, nutrition, health and wellness are outstanding. Mostly of all the rental cost has not gone up this past year. Thanks to you and your management we have been very fortunate to be part of The Beltrone Family.

  I recently visited my father, John Stiffen, at his home there, for the first time and I was very impressed by what I experienced during my visit.
  While I was there, I stayed with my father, at his apartment and found everyone to be extremely pleasant, friendly and always helpful. I was particularly impressed by the staff members who introduced themselves to me and expressed their concerns for my father's well being and offering their assistance, if needed. I was also impressed with the caring residents who stopped by each and every day to check in on my father, after his recent hospital stay, to see how he was doing.

  Being someone who does not live in the area, I find it quite a relief knowing that my father, Jack, and his brother, Frank (AKA Uncle Demps) are living in such a nice community, surrounded by so many thoughtful and caring friends. – ES (long distance caregiver)

• Transportation Services

  “I couldn’t live without your transportation services!” – MF (senior)

  “Thank you so much for the services you provide to seniors! Transportation is a key ingredient in our lives and knowing necessary trips are handled with ease and care is reassuring. I also want to thank you for . . . the “Escort Service.” It arrives on time and the enthusiastic attitude of the drivers and aides adds to a very pleasant experience!” – EC (senior)

  “Thank you so much for all your help & for providing transportation for my mother. It is difficult making arrangements from a distance but with you on the other end, it was easy.” – SH (long distance caregiver)

  “Thank you so much for making me feel like a person capable of doing things again!” – CD (senior)

  “Everything is perfect; I would not change a thing about [your] transportation [service] for seniors.” – TB (senior)

  As a receiver of the Senior Escort Wagon Service, I think it is the best thing since sliced bread. The volunteers are like extended family. They are always there for you, attentive and supportive. No problem if the appointment runs over . . . it puts one at ease, not having to interrupt family member’s busy working schedule.” – IB (87 year old senior)

  “Thanks for taking care of our Dad! Thanks for all of your TLC! – LH Family (caregivers)

• Umbrella of Colonie

  “Thank you so very much for all of your great efforts on my behalf this past year. I was married to a wonderful gentleman, incredibly creative and skilled who could build just about anything. Then in September 2006 I found myself a surviving spouse – homeowner, an extremely vulnerable position to be in. I had no desire to give up what had been “our home,” but like all properties it required upkeep . . . Umbrella has been a godsend to me as well as our three children (two of whom live great distances from me). – EO (Umbrella member)

• Warmth of Wine

  “[I] didn’t know how I was going to pay the balance of my heating bill. Then your check came. What a blessing. Thank you so much. I was able to pay the balance and put the next towards my bottle gas bill.” – JF (Umbrella member)

  “I wish to thank you for your help. I appreciate your assistance at this time in my life where I’m not able to work and provide for myself. I can’t thank all of you enough.” – JZ (Warmth of Wine Heating Assistance recipient)

  “Thank you for your generosity in helping us pay our National Grid bill. It’s so comforting to have people like you who care about the daily struggle disabled seniors face on a daily basis.” – Anonymous

  “Thank you so very much. You have no idea how helpful this has been.” – MJ (Warmth of Wine Heating Assistance recipient)

  “I wanted to let you know how much I appreciated the $200.00 check, you and your organization sent me. I put it to use paying down my National Grid bill of $1,600. Every little bit helps and it was such a nice way for you to help me. Again, many thanks and God Bless all of you.” – GT (Warmth of Wine Heating Assistance recipient)

  “With great pleasure and satisfaction, I have to acknowledge the receipt of your check in the amount of $100 towards heating bill assistance. Thank you very much. May God bless you and all other people involved in helping senior citizens, who look forward to such financial assistance. I am 79 years old.” – CV (Warmth of Wine Heating Assistance recipient)

  “Thank you for your help in paying for my heating bill. It has been a very cold winter and it was necessary to use more gas for heat. Hope we have some warmer weather soon and then will not have to depend on heart. God Bless you all for your wonderful help!” – LF ((Warmth of Wine Heating Assistance recipient)

  “Thank you for thinking of us. It’s greatly appreciated. Thank you so much.” – G & DD

  “My many thanks for your thoughtfulness and most generous gift from the Warmth of Wine Assistance Program. It was greatly appreciated and will certainly come in handy at this time of year.” – BG (Warmth of Wine Heating Assistance recipient)

  “This week I was stunned to receive a $200.00 check. What a wonderful surprise . . . I am so grateful and thank you for your generosity.” CC (Warmth of Wine Heating Assistance recipient)